Friday, August 28, 2015

A "Thank You" to You!

It has been almost five months since I was diagnosed. With the many events that have transpired during this time, it makes me feel like it has been much longer. Through thick and thin, there has always been a steady component of this journey that has not wavered- our support. I know I have used the word support in past entries, which makes me feel like "support" is a weak word. So let me break it down.

For myself, support is a multifaceted.

Whether a simple letter of encouragement or a helping gesture, the key to support is the love that fuels it. I feel that words are unfair when trying to thank the multitudes of people that have given in both time and resources. However, seeing that I am tied down in the hospital or recovering from the hospital- it seems that words will have to do.

Prayers

Though sometimes this may seem small, it is a direct access to the One who holds me in His hands. Thank you all for the countless times you have upheld my family and I up in prayer. I know there are friends and families all across the world that are constantly praying. Your prayers do not go unnoticed and are cherished.

P4/ Second Home

I still don't understand how so many amazing people can be found in one place. I could easily sit down and write a statement describing the incredible, astonishing, and selfless love shown by each of them, however I may have to save that for a later post. It seems unfair that they are the unsung heroes to so many stories, when they are the frontline to beating cancer. I dream of one day being with them all, curing kids and being . . . well, awesome!!

Thank you for the embarrassing/exciting Birthday surprise you al threw for me. You all are the best! :-)

Letters

I have a one-gallon bag that holds at least 800-1000 letters. Cards that so many of you have taken the time to write. Cards that are infused with love, inspiration, and hope. Thank you all for the love you have sent my way. Thank you also for the many financial gifts of support, whether through letters or GoFundMe! Your kindness is truly humbling.

Friends

(It was nothing short of amazing getting to connect with my buddy before he heads back to college)

Whether traveling from other states (Alabama, Michigan, South Carolina), cooking meals, helping with construction, calling to check on us, visiting at the hospital, or providing space- the selfless support that everyone has provided is such an encouragement. Thank you for giving your time and love to help us right now. You all have given so much to lighten the load. (You know who you are) :)

Family

(Pre-Birthday Celebrations with family)

Every day, every hour, and every minute my family has been by my side. Whether good days or bad, they have never stopped helping and loving me. I owe so much to each one of them. Thank you to my Dad for supporting our family and grounding us in truth and love. Thank you to my Mom for constantly caring me- unconditionally. Thank you to Ben- my thinker, steady-head, and singing buddy! Thank you to Samuel for being our "Steadifier: someone who steadies things" (in many aspects of life). Thank you to Daniel for keeping things together and our lives in order. Thank you to Hannah, our treasured princess who constantly radiates love and beauty.

(Chilling before heading out to this past 5Day chemo)

In the end, you all have touched my life through many different avenues.